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Located in Kihei on the south shore of Maui, the visitor center is an ideal spot to learn about the marine environment and even see humpback whales breaching. This scenic beachfront location at the foot of Haleakala has views of Kaho'olawe, Lana'i and West Maui looking across the waters of the sanctuary. Visitors to the new center inKihei will be able to learn about the efforts by NOAA, the State of Hawaii, and others to protect humpback whales, monk seals, sea turtles, and coral reefs.

About Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center

Located in Kihei on the south shore of Maui, the visitor center is an ideal spot to learn about the marine environment and even see humpback whales breaching. This scenic beachfront location at the foot of Haleakala has views of Kaho'olawe, Lana'i and West Maui looking across the waters of the sanctuary. Visitors to the new center inKihei will be able to learn about the efforts by NOAA, the State of Hawaii, and others to protect humpback whales, monk seals, sea turtles, and coral reefs.

The displays are very well done. We attended the Thurs presentation by Ruth. It was fascinating, well illustrated and all questions were answered. Amazing how many such sanctuaries there are around the world including Thunder Bay (owing to the large number of shipwrecks nearby. A...More

This small museum is dedicated to informing guests of the humpback whales that arrive to Maui each year in the late Fall and leave in Spring, after tye calfs have been born.There are hand-on activity for kids and a great whale video for all ages.

What a great resource! The visitors' center has some small exhibits, and they offer talks about humpback whales a couple of times a week. The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary is located right next to a great beach for families and little ones, so it's...More

I enjoyed and learn something new every time I attend a lecture at the visitor center. The staff is well versed and has an actual concern about continuing the research of the whales and their habits. Always well done.

We're we're staying across the street. The people working here were very knowledgable and helpful when we stopped in. They were more then willing to take the time to answer all our questions about whales.

If you are coming to Maui then you know that during the winter months over 10,000 whales come thru Maui's water and this is the place to stop and learn why. They have very helpful volunteers that are there to answer all your questions. Located...More

The whale sanctuary is right by the beach. Inside you can learn more about the whales and other native fauna. It's a small center, but it's free. The volunteers seemed quite engaged with the visitors, but we just walked through quickly. It's a nice stop...More

Great staff. They gave us binoculars and w sat on the deck and watched the whales breach and flap. They also had a presentation that was very interesting on how they help keep the oceans clean and safe.

there was quite a bit of information not only about whales but also about turtles. we stayed across the street from this place and played around in the fish pond also. very helpful staff that you can tell are dedicated to their work.

Hi! I wouldn't take your little one to the lecture (it's too long for a toddler), but the center itself is very kid-friendly. There is a GREAT little kid-friendly beach adjacent to the sanctuary. Good spot for a relaxing... More

Hi! I wouldn't take your little one to the lecture (it's too long for a toddler), but the center itself is very kid-friendly. There is a GREAT little kid-friendly beach adjacent to the sanctuary. Good spot for a relaxing picnic, turtle sightings, and good splashing without big waves.